Title Analysis of Research Trends on the Restorative Impact of Sensory Stimuli Within Healing Environments
Authors 류지혜(Ryu, Ji-Hye) ; 김상희(Kim, Sang-Hee) ; 이권형(Lee, Kwon-Hyung)
DOI https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2025.41.12.67
Page pp.67-78
ISSN 2733-6247
Keywords Healing environment; Sensory Stimulus; Single-sensory; Multi-sensory; Restorative
Abstract As modern life presents increasing mental and physical health challenges, the concept of healing has become a key theme that highlights the importance of therapeutic environments. Healing spaces are no longer limited to medical facilities such as hospitals but are now essential in everyday areas like lounges, lobbies, and corridors. When people experience space, they interact with it through multiple senses, which can support healing and recovery. This study examines the factors that influence individual healing through multisensory stimuli by analyzing current research trends. It focuses on visual, auditory, and olfactory stimuli, exploring how each can positively or negatively affect recovery within healing environments. The study also categorizes detailed elements related to each sensory modality. Findings indicate that individuals are affected by diverse sensory stimuli and that combining multiple senses, rather than relying on a single one, can create synergistic effects that enhance healing. These insights emphasize the importance of integrating multisensory design principles into the creation of therapeutic spaces.